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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Lakewood public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
FY27 federal funding allocations
Lakewood's unique citizen advisory committee has recommended how to spend an estimated $1.85 million in CDBG funds and $160,000 in ESG funds; the plan heads to Finance Committee.
Cuyahoga County Board of Developmental Disabilities Levy
A 2.25-mill levy on the November ballot will determine the future funding of critical developmental disability and human services in Cuyahoga County, which also directly supports Lakewood's local human services department budget.
2027 City Budget Priorities
City Council reviewed 24 draft budget priorities developed during their spring retreat. These priorities aim to shape the city-wide 2027 budget collaboratively with the administration before formal introduction in the fall.
Elected Official Salary Review Process
Council advanced a charter amendment requiring the Civil Service Commission to review mayoral and council salaries in odd-numbered years rather than presidential election years, while removing a 10% increase cap.